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- | ====== GX GSM manual ====== | ||
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- | ===== 1. Introduction ===== | ||
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- | The GX GSM is an accessory for [[venus-os: | ||
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- | It requires a SIM card of the [[https:// | ||
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- | See also the [[https:// | ||
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- | === Antennas and accessories === | ||
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- | GSM: A small indoor GSM antenna is included. As an option we also sell an outdoor GSM antenna: | ||
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- | * GSM900100100 - Outdoor 2G and 3G GSM Antenna for GX GSM | ||
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- | GPS: The unit has a built-in GPS receiver. An antenna is not included; to use the GPS received; purchase the GPS Antenna. | ||
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- | * GSM900200100 - Active GPS Antenna for GX GSM | ||
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- | See bottom of this manual for photos and specs of both optional antennas. | ||
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- | ==== Compatibility ==== | ||
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- | * Color Control GX | ||
- | * Venus GX | ||
- | * Octo GX | ||
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- | The GX GSM requires Venus OS v2.22 or newer to be installed on the [[venus-os: | ||
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- | ==== When to use a mobile router instead ==== | ||
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- | The GX GSM only provides an internet connection for the [[venus-os: | ||
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- | For installations where more devices need internet, such as a yacht or RV, consider installing a mobile router instead. [[https:// | ||
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- | ===== 2. Installation ===== | ||
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- | Mount the device and connect the antenna. Consider using the outdoor antenna when installing the GX GSM in a closed metal enclosure. | ||
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- | Insert the SIM card. You will need to eject the SIM card tray with a pen or other pointy object. Be aware that the SIM card try sits slightly recessed inside the unit. Be sure to push it all the way in. | ||
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- | Connect the GX GSM to the Venus device with the supplied USB cable. Use a USB hub if all USB sockets are already in use. | ||
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- | Connect DC power supply (8 to 70 VDC). A 1.4M wire is included, with M10 lugs and an inline fuse. | ||
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- | After power-up, the blue LED will be solid blue. Next, once it has registered on a network, it will start blinking slowly. Finally, when it has established the internet connection, it will be blinking fast. | ||
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- | ===== 3. Configuration ===== | ||
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- | When using a SIM card with its SIM-pin security disabled, the system will work without further configuration. Verify operation by .. ? (Check VRM Last log data?) | ||
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- | Setting a SIM pin helps reducing the risk of the SIM card being stolen and used. Use a mobile phone to set the SIM pin, and there after configure it on the Venus device. | ||
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- | Settings -> GSM modem -> PIN code | ||
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- | Some mobile networks require manual configuration of an APN specially when roaming. Contact your operator. | ||
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- | APN name can be configured in Settings -> GSM Modem -> APN. | ||
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- | ===== 4. Status ===== | ||
- | GSM modem status can be checked at a glance by looking at the status bar. | ||
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- | ^ Icon ^ Details ^ | ||
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- | ===== 6. GPS ===== | ||
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- | When the optional antenna is added; the position will be visible like this: | ||
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- | Also the position is sent to the [[https:// | ||
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- | ===== 5. Trouble shooting ===== | ||
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- | ^ ^ Step | ||
- | | 1 | Power | Check that the blue LED is either lit continuous or blinking | ||
- | | 2 | USB | The modem must be connected to USB, and visible in the Settings -> GSM modem menu | | ||
- | | 3 | Simcard | If enabled, PIN code must be configured in Settings -> GSM modem -> PIN | | ||
- | | 4 | Signal strength | 1 bar for VRM logging, 2/3 bars for remote console | | ||
- | | 5 | Network | Check that a network name is visible. If it is not, contact your simcard provider and/or insert the simcard in a phone to double check its operation.| | ||
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- | You also need to remember that an outdoor antenna typically increases received signal by 15 dB to 25 dB. (verify) | ||
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- | ===== 6. Supported Frequencies (2G/3G) ===== | ||
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- | * 2G (GSM/ | ||
- | * 3G (UMTS/ | ||
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- | Please notice: In Northern America 1900 MHz is the most common frequency for 3G, which is unsupported for the current version of GX GSM. | ||
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- | In case of uncertainty please double-check: | ||
- | ===== 7. Technical Data ===== | ||
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- | ^ Outer dimensions (LxWxH) | 106x42.5x22 mm ([[https:// | ||
- | ^ Voltage range | 8..70 VDC | | ||
- | ^ Power draw | 2.5 W while 2G/3G data transfer\\ <1.0 W in idle mode\\ +0.4 W if GPS is enabled | | ||
- | ^ Recommended fuse size | 500 mA @ 12 V\\ 250 mA @ 24 V\\ 100 mA @ 48 V | | ||
- | ^ Wire gauge (power cable) | 0.5..1.5mm² / AWG 28..16 | | ||
- | ^ Antenna connector | Type SMA Female | | ||
- | ^ SIM card | Regular Mini SIM | | ||
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- | ===== 8. Accessory / Antennas ===== | ||
- | ==== Outdoor 2G and 3G GSM Antenna ==== | ||
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- | ^ Part number | GSM900100100 | | ||
- | ^ Mounting option | Screw Mount | | ||
- | ^ Cable Type | Rg-316 | | ||
- | ^ Cable Length | 0.25 m | | ||
- | ^ Connector | SMA Male Straight | | ||
- | ^ Frequencies | 800/ | ||
- | ^ Signal Gain | 3 dbi | | ||
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- | ==== Active GPS Antenna ==== | ||
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- | ^ Part number | GSM900200100 | | ||
- | ^ Mounting option | Magnet | | ||
- | ^ Cable Type | Rg-174 | | ||
- | ^ Cable Length | 3.0 m | | ||
- | ^ Connector | SMA Male Straight | | ||
- | ^ Frequency | 1575.42 MHz | | ||
- | ^ Impedance | 50 Ω | | ||
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